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contacts your body, they will cut you, even if the saw
chain is not moving.
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Pay special attention to reactive forces, inclusive of
kickback, because it is very dangerous.
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The exhaust from this machine may contain
chemicals known by the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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The noise emitted from this machine may be
restricted to certain times by national or local
regulations.
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Use this chain saw only for wood cutting. Do not use
it for other purpose, since misuse may result in
personal injury or property damage, including
damage to the chain saw.
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Your chain saw is a one-person-operated machine.
Do not allow other persons in the general work area,
even when starting. Stop the engine immediately if
you are approached.
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Minors should never be allowed to use this chain saw.
Do not allow other persons near the chain saw when
starting or cutting. Keep bystanders, especially
children, and animals out of the work area. Keep
bystanders, children, and animals a minimum of 50
feet (15m) from the work area.
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The person who use this chain saw must be in good
physical condition and mental health, and not under
the influence of alcohol and drugs. Never use this
chain saw when you are fatigued, sick, or upset. If
you feel tired, take a break.
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The components of this machine generate an
electromagnetic field during operation, which may
interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers
should consult with their physician and the
pacemaker manufacturer before operating this
machine. In the absence of such information,
CRAFTOP does not recommend the use of this
machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
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The owner of this machine is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their property.
CAUTION
Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration may result
in injury. Read and follow all safety and operation
instructions to minimize risk of injury. Failure to follow
instructions may result in painful wrist/hand/arm
injuries.
Raynaud’s Phenomenon may affect the fingers of
certain individual if a person is exposed to vibration and
cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling
and burning sensations, followed by loss of color and
numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are
strongly recommended:
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Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck,
hands, wrists, ankles and feet, ,.
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Maintain good blood circulation by performing
vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks.
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Limit the hours of operation, have a rest when you
feel tired or fatigued.
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If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of
the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling,
consult your physician before continuing exposing
yourself to cold and vibration.
Overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers,
hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness,
swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in
those areas.
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Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended, or twisted
posture. Instead, try to maintain a straight wrist
position. Also, when grasping, use your whole hand,
not just the thumb and index finger.
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Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and let
your hands have a rest.
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Reduce the speed and force with which you do the
repetitive movement.
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Do exercise to strengthen your hands and arm
muscles.
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Immediately stop using the machine and other power
tools, and consult a doctor if you feel tingling,
numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or
arms.
DANGER
All over head electrical conductors and communications
wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This
machine is not insulated against electrical current.
Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise
serious injury or even death may result.
DANGER
Do not operate this machine indoors or in inadequately
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous
emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
Clothing and PPE
Wear proper clothing.
Wear eye, ear and head
protection.
Always wear appropriate personal
protective equipments for chain saw
operation, inclusive of eye
protection, ear protection, and head
protection.
Face mask required.
Operators who are sensitive to dust
or other common airborne allergens
may need to wear a dust mask.
Hands protection.
Always wear appropriate gloves for
chain saw operation.
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